- Pay
- CA$48–62k
- Where
- Toronto, Ontario, GB · GB
- Level
- Mid
Ambitious OSINT Analyst wanted to drive real impact in Defence & Government from Toronto.
Open-source intelligence has become a frontline discipline in modern defence work.
As threats move faster and data volumes grow, organisations in Defence & Government need people who can turn scattered public information into something decision-makers can actually use.
This particular opportunity sits inside a lean, fast-moving startup serving the sector, where an OSINT Analyst isn't a cog in a huge machine.
You'll see your work used within days, not buried in committee for months.
Here's what you'll be doing: Monitor open-source channels, including social media, forums, news and public records, to identify emerging risks relevant to Defence & Government clients Build and maintain structured intelligence reports that translate raw findings into clear, actionable assessments Develop and refine search methodologies and collection techniques as an OSINT Analyst working across multiple live projects Cross-reference findings against existing datasets to verify accuracy and flag inconsistencies Brief internal teams and external stakeholders on key findings, in writing and in person Stay current with OSINT tools, tradecraft and tactics used across the intelligence community Here are the skills you'll need: 2 to 4 years' experience in an OSINT, intelligence or analytical research role, ideally touching Defence & Government work Working knowledge of OSINT tools and techniques (Maltego, Shodan, social media monitoring platforms, and similar) Strong written communication.
You'll need to make complex findings readable for people who don't live in the data Sound judgement under ambiguity.
Sources conflict.
You need to know what to trust Comfort working independently in a small team where priorities shift quickly Security clearance eligibility (existing clearance is an advantage, not a requirement) Key perks and benefits: Salary of C$48,000 to C$61,500, depending on experience Equity in a growing company, so you share in what you help build Flexible working hours around a core office-based schedule in Toronto Learning and development budget to keep your OSINT skills sharp A flat structure with direct access to leadership, not layers of management between you and decisions Why pursue a career in Defence & Government?
Defence & Government work has never had more demand for people who can make sense of open-source data at speed.
Governments and agencies are investing heavily in intelligence capability, and that means genuine progression for analysts who prove themselves early.
Toronto has quietly become one of the stronger hubs for this kind of work in North America, with a growing cluster of firms serving defence and public sector clients.
For someone building a long career as an OSINT Analyst, there are worse places to start.
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